I keep getting beaten out on these cash buyers and 1031buyers and it's driving me crazy.  I am actually underwriting correctly: 1. using the property manager's average expense per unit projections ($5000-5500) 2.    u...

HelloI have found that many individuals have had issues with General Contractors whether it is a simple reno for retail buyer, to a full on project for an investor. I have heard several horror stories and wonder if th...

I have two available apartments in a triplex. All applicants are interested in the same unit. How would you recommend proceeding. Unfortunately several of them feel like they are entitled to the unit for some re...

This last November marks one year of being a land lord. What I need help with is what can I write off for my taxes outside of the normal office space write off, portion of the utilities, gas mileage, computer write of...

Hey BP community,Today I potentially have stumbled upon my first wholesale deal I'm just trying to figure out if it's worth going after. 2 Bedroom home in a decent area of Detroit, owner inherited the home and did som...

We were all newbies at one point. I, even I, made some Grand Stupid Mistakes (early on ;-). I wouldn't be able to add up how much "Stupid Tax" I paid getting my real estate investing career underway. Granted, we all s...

This is my first time on this forum and although I have been listening to bp for a while now I am looking to purchase my first apt building out of state. I am in Texas the property is in Illinois. Prices here have got...

Hi All ~ Me again, you have all been such a great resource (thank you!) that I think likely you can outdo Google customer service, haha. I have heard people on these forums talk about using the Nest thermostat to set ...

Hi Guys - can you help me find a good affordable rental property management software which has the capabilities to send reminders for tax due dates, maintenance and can accommodate affordable housing?We have some rent...

Hi,
I'm in the process of purchasing my 2nd property. It's a 3 family, 4BR ea. Rent is 1150ea, numbers look very good. All tenants are section8. The property need minor TLC and I am willing to do the repairs.

I was i...